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🔧 Volunteer Opportunity – Maintenance & Painting Helper Needed!

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A experiĂȘncia

We’re Ros and Remy, the new owners of the Green Elephant Backpackers in Observatory, Cape Town. We’ve recently taken over this long-standing lodge and are working hard to revive its charm, warmth and reputation — one project at a time. We’re looking for a hands-on, practical volunteer to assist with general maintenance and painting around the property. Do you enjoy fixing things, using tools, or giving tired walls a fresh coat of paint?

Como vocĂȘ ajuda

25 horas por semana

Pintura e Decoração: Ajude a pintar ou redecorar espaços internos e externos.

Construção e Reparos: Ajude em reparos, manutenção ou a construir.

Jardinagem: Ajude a plantar, regar e cultivar jardins.

O que vocĂȘ ganha

2 dias livres por semana

Quarto compartilhado: VocĂȘ terĂĄ uma cama em um quarto compartilhado, ou seja, irĂĄ dividir o quarto com outras pessoas.

Descontos em drinks: Ganhe descontos em drinks ou bebidas do nosso bar.

Descontos em hospedagem: Ganhe descontos para hospedar-se em outros hostels.

Lavanderia gratuita: VocĂȘ pode usar nossa lavanderia gratuitamente.

Use nossa cozinha equipada: Fique Ă  vontade para usar nossa cozinha para cozinhar sua prĂłpria comida.

Internet de Alta Velocidade: Internet de alta velocidade para vocĂȘ trabalhar remotamente

Espaço de Trabalho Dedicado: Espaço especĂ­fico para vocĂȘ trabalhar remotamente

Requisitos

InglĂȘs IntermediĂĄrio

Entre 20 e 40 anos

Recebe voluntĂĄrios sozinhos, casais e duplas de voluntĂĄrios

Nacionalidades: todas menos África do Sul

Passaporte da União Européia

Visto ou cidadania dos Estados Unidos

Seguro viagem

O que nĂŁo estĂĄ incluso

Passagens, seguro viagem, transporte e visto

Detalhes


Volunteering at the Green Elephant is more than just helping out — it’s about becoming part of a small team and helping us revive a legendary backpackers with heart, humour, and hospitality.

📅 Schedule
You’ll contribute 25 hours per week, usually spread over 5 days (around 5 hours per day), with 2 full days off to relax or explore Cape Town.

✹ In exchange, you’ll receive:

đŸ›ïž A bed in a shared dorm
đŸ“¶ Free Wi-Fi
đŸ§ș Free laundry facilities
đŸ» Access to our on-site bar
🌍 Full use of the kitchen and communal spaces
🐘 A warm, welcoming, and community-driven environment where your effort truly makes a difference

Atividades & Turnos

đŸ› ïž What we need help with:

Sanding and painting rooms, doors, railings, or furniture

Fixing small issues like leaky taps, broken latches, loose handles, etc.

Light carpentry or touch-ups (if you have the skills)

Assisting with general upkeep in the garden or outdoor areas

Keeping the space safe, functional and fresh for guests

🌟 Ideal volunteer:
Has some experience with basic maintenance or DIY (but willingness to learn is also welcome!)

Enjoys working with their hands and solving small problems

Is independent, reliable and safety-conscious

Has a good eye for detail and pride in doing a job well

Appreciates the reward of turning a space around!

Regras

Work 25 hours per week, usually 5 hours a day over 5 days.

Be punctual and reliable for all scheduled shifts.

Keep your room and shared areas clean and tidy.

Treat all property, equipment, and spaces with care.

Be polite, friendly, and helpful to guests at all times.

No illegal drugs allowed on the premises.

Alcohol is allowed in moderation – no excessive drinking or disruptive behaviour.

Quiet hours are from 22:00 to 08:00 – please be respectful.

Attend team check-ins and communicate openly.

Respect personal space, privacy, and boundaries.

No harassment, discrimination, or aggressive behaviour.

We may end your stay if rules are not followed.